FAQs

Emergency Kits and Supplies

  • Three-day supply of water and non-perishable food
  • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio with extra batteries
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle to signal for help
  • Dust mask to help filter contaminated air
  • Plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter in place
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
  • Can opener for food if you included canned food
  • Local maps

For more information, visit www.sdcounty.ca.gov.